Percussion Coach for High School Marching/Winter Ensemble

East Side Union High School District; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The East Side Union High School District seeks a skilled percussion specialist to work with one or more district high schools' Marching Band and/or Winter Percussion programs. The coach will collaborate with the credentialed teacher at the district high school, supporting students of varying skill levels through rehearsal preparation, instruction, and performance support at one or more school sites.

This role contributes to high-quality productions for a diverse student body and aligns with the

Qualifications

• Experience in percussion pedagogy, rehearsal planning and implementation.
• Experience teaching high school-aged students.
• Experience teaching small and large group instruction.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an integral member of the production design team.
• Design and/or teach music for the percussion members.
• Design and/or teach exercises specific to the percussion members.
• Coordinate staff responsibilities with other instructors.
• Assist the director with communicating program information to the Percussion members.
• Attend rehearsals and performances as scheduled with the director.
• Stay advised as to the director's goals and timelines for materials to be produced and learned by the students.
• Foster student creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a culturally responsive and inclusive environment.

Skills

Percussion pedagogy

High school instruction

Group instruction

Job description

The East Side Union High School District seeks a skilled percussion specialist to work with one or more district high schools' Marching Band and/or Winter Percussion programs. The coach will collaborate with the credentialed teacher at the district high school, supporting students of varying skill levels through rehearsal preparation, instruction, and performance support at one or more school sites.

This role contributes to high-quality productions for a diverse student body and aligns with the